Revealing and teaching the secrets, tricks and techniques of music composition and analysis
At Any Old Music, we want to make music composition accessible to everyone, no matter what their background or skill level may be. The idea behind our mission is pretty simple: we want to create a world where people can enjoy music composition just as much as we do.
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We believe that music composition has become more accessible than ever before and that more and more people are starting to discover the joys of writing music – whether they’re trained professionals or self-taught enthusiasts. But we also recognize that there’s still work to be done to make composition even more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Les Biches (RM25-6) – Francis Poulenc
Musical Moments is a new series where I focus on larger works—whether in orchestration, length, or complexity—and zoom in on…
How to Write Fourth Species Counterpoint: A Comprehensive Guide
Fourth Species Counterpoint is a type of music composition that focuses on creating counterpoint through suspension and syncopation, which means…
Starting to Compose With Counterpoint: Guide to Writing Combined 1st and 2nd Species Counterpoints
Combining 1st and 2nd species counterpoint is where we truly start to unlock counterpoint’s potential as a tool for enhancing…
How to Write Third Species Counterpoint: A Comprehensive Guide
Continuing from the foundational work in first and second species, third species counterpoint introduces a more intricate rhythmic structure by…
How to Write Second Species Counterpoint: A Comprehensive Guide
Continuing our study of species counterpoint from last week, where we looked at counterpoint in the first order / first…
How to Write First Species Counterpoint: A Comprehensive Guide
First species counterpoint, often referred to as “note against note” counterpoint, is the foundation of contrapuntal composition. It (First Species…
Making Mozart Scary
https://youtu.be/koD3yIU7Gm4 Welcome to a journey into the heart of orchestration! In this exclusive video, composer and instructor George Marshall reveals…
The Art of Composing for String Quartet: A Guide for Beginners
The Art of Composing for String Quartet: A Guide for Beginners String quartet music has been a favorite of composers…
Anatomy of the Orchestra by Norman Del Mar (Book Review)
Norman Del Mar’s engaging and informative writing provides unique insights into instrumentation and the lived experience of a knowledgeable conductor…
“How do I orchestrate a piece of music?” (5-tips.)
Nocturne No. 19 in E-Minor, Op. 72 No. 1 (Analysis) – Friederich Chopin
Gilderoy Lockhart – John Williams (Impromptu Melodic Analysis)
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That’s where we come in. Our goal is to provide resources, support, and inspiration to anyone who wants to get involved in music composition, whether they’re just starting out or have been doing it for years. We want to help people develop their skills and passions, and contribute to a more vibrant and inclusive music community.
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So if you’re interested in music composition, we invite you to join us on this journey. Let’s make music together!
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